#312B28

#312B28

Color Values

HEX

#312B28

RGB

49, 43, 40

HSL

20.0, 10.1%, 17.5%

HSV

20.0, 18.4%, 19.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 12.2%, 18.4%, 80.8%

OKLCH

0.2945 0.0104 48.3

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #312B28;
color: #312B28;
border-color: #312B28;
Nearest Tailwind: Stone 800 #292524

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

13.94:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.51:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #312B28?

RGB(49, 43, 40) · HSL(20.0, 10.1%, 17.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 12.2%, 18.4%, 80.8%)

Does #312B28 meet WCAG contrast on white?

13.94:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #312B28?

Use FFFFFF text on a #312B28 background; contrast on black is 1.51:1.